Státní zámek Benešov nad Ploučnicí

Location: Zámecká 51, 407 22 Benešov nad Ploučnicí · Ústí nad Labem Region

Category: Renaissance château

One of the most valuable Renaissance châteaux in Bohemia, known as the 'gateway to the world of Saxon Renaissance'. The complex comprises the Upper and Lower Château, both built in the Saxon Renaissance style in the 16th century. The Lower Château is a uniquely preserved Central European Renaissance interior with historic furniture and furnishings in situ.

Why visit this place?

• The chateau complex consists of seven buildings: the Upper and Lower Chateau, three palaces, a church and a chapel; it became a national monument in 2001.
• The Upper Chateau was begun in 1522 by Bedřich of Salhausen, and the monumental Lower Chateau was built for his son Hanuš in 1540-1544.
• Allow roughly an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 70 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.
• There is a dedicated programme for school groups, not just general admission.

Verified against: cs.wikipedia.org

Practical information

• Opening hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–14:30 (July–August 9:30–15:15; October Sat–Sun 11:00–13:15)
• Typical visit: 60 min
• Admission: adults 180 CZK, children 50 CZK
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Tours of the Upper and Lower Château with expert commentary for school groups. Supervising teachers admitted free.

Official website: https://www.zamek-benesov.cz

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